2012 Volunteer Vacations Registration

Thank you for your interest in Volunteer Vacations! There are multiple ways to register for an upcoming trip:

1. Electronically submit your application using the form below.

2. Download the Registration Form, fill out, and submit to: AHS Volunteer Vacations, 1422 Fenwick Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20910

3. Call toll free at (301) 565-6704 ext. 206 to register over the phone.

Full payment is due at time of registration. Please read the cancellation policy in full before registering. Questions? Contact Libby Wile, Volunteer Programs Manager, at (301) 565-6704 ext. 206 or LWile@AmericanHiking.org




Step 1: Complete all fields below.
*Fields with an asterisk () are required**


State*



Date of Birth* Gender*
T-shirt size
Step 2: Project selection.
First Trip

1^st Choice (you will be contacted by AHS if your first choice is full)




Additional 2012 Trip

1^st Choice (you will be contacted by AHS if your first choice is full)



PLEASE NOTE: You will only be able to register for two trips at this time. If you wish to register for three trips now you will need to submit your registration and credit card information for two trips, then return to this page and register for the third trip separately.
If you have participated in a Volunteer Vacation in the past, when and where?

Please describe your experience in Hiking, Backpacking/Camping and Trail Maintenance:

Describe your physical condition and activity level:

Skills and certifications:
CPR First Aid MD/RN/EMT WFA/WFR Leave No Trace NOLS or Outward Bound Graduate Other
Would you like information about becoming an American Hiking Society Crew Leader?	Yes No
(Duties include menu planning,coordination and camp chorus and communications between crew and host. We will provide step-by-step guidance)

Please list any allergies (food, drug, insect bites):


Please list any special dietary needs or preferences (We may not always be able to accommodate.):

Name and phone number of person to be contacted in case of emergency

Phone*:

Step 3: Additional
How did you hear about American Hiking Society Volunteer Vacations?
AHS Website American Hiker Internet Search Backpacker Magazine Newspaper Trail Organization Travelocity REI The North Face Press Release College/University Friend Please Indicate: Other Please Indicate:

Step 4: Registration Fee.

American Hiking Society Member, $245 for First Trip per Calendar Year (Early Registration Discount: $220 if registering before January 31, 2012)
Non-Member, $275 First Trip per Calendar Year (Early Registration Discount: $250 if registering before January 31, 2012)
(covers registration fee plus first year American Hiking Society membership)
Youth Registration, $175 Under 18 Years of Age (Must be accompanied by legal guardian)

Additional Trips per Calendar Year $175 per Trip.
Total Registration Fees: $

Cancellation Policy: All trips require a registration fee and full refunds are available only if a trip is cancelled or already filled. Cancellations received at least 8 weeks prior to the start date of the project will receive a $100 refund. No refund will be made if cancellation is made less than 8 weeks prior to the start date or if the participant fails to show up for the project. If notice is received at least 8 weeks prior to the start date of the project, participants may switch to another project during the same calendar year, subject to an additional $50 administrative fee. Payment/Project Confirmation: Payment confirmation will be sent via email within 2 weeks of your registration. Projects will be confirmed via email at least 4-6 weeks prior to the project start date. Project confirmations include local travel instructions; as such AHS strongly encourages volunteers not to book non-refundable transportation until receiving the project confirmation. AHS is not responsible for lost funds due to cancelled or modified travel itineraries. Requirements: Volunteers provide all personal gear and equipment, including a backpack, tent, sleeping bag, broken-in boots, and other personal items for trips where these items are required. Travel to and from the project location is not included in the registration fee. Some trips may require certain additional expenses beyond the registration fee. Submitting this application signifies that I agree to the terms outlined above.


Step 5: Payment.
PLEASE NOTE: The billing address must match the participant address. If you are registering for another party, please notify American Hiking Society at (301) 565-6704 x 206 or mail in the registration form with your payment.
Payment Method*

Expiration*